I've known Aj for nearly 15 years and have watched his progression through the sport of triathlon. I've had a couple year hiatus from triathlon and my last big race was Ironman Lake Placid 2008. I decide to throw my hat back in the ring and jump back on the boat. Signed up for Ironman Lake Placid 2014. When Aj offered to coach me it seemed like a natural fit. This will be my first time working with coach and have a lot of confidence in his coaching ability. I'm excited for 2014 and looking forward to seeing some solid results.

I met AJ in 2009 and I have followed his growth as a professional triathlete ever sense. I have great respect for AJ and his work ethics and dedication towards his own growth as an athlete. I figured he would coach his athletes the same way, with dedication and great concern for results. Over the last 2 season I have won more AG honors than in the past 14 year due to AJs coaching, he is magical!

Because these coaches make a plan that makes sense with my lifestyle. Knowing they have my back makes me optimistic heading into the new season. Having them help with the programs makes training much more manageable and fun!

Cam Dye!

I’ve been coached by Ryan now for over a year and really feel I couldn’t have made the progress I have without his guidance and expertise. He’s always available and willing to be flexible with my training program due to a sometimes hectic work and family schedule. I look forward to checking more bucket list items off over the coming season!

AJ Is the 3rd coach I have had. The previous two were successful coaches that had done wonders for others. But they did nothing for me. To them, I felt like just another check in the bank. With AJ, I can text him anytime day or night with a question. Today alone, he spent the entire day texting me about nutrition. If work gets insane, as it often does, he works with me to figure out how to squeeze the most and best training out of what I have to work with. And when I start to slack, I can count on AJ to give me the kick in the pants to get me rolling again. One of AJ's key to triathlon success is consistency, and that is one thing you get from his coaching. Day in and day out, he is there providing the coaching, advice, and push you need to get you 10 steps past the goal that you had set.

I believe that initially I hooked up with the Baucco Squad through the encouragement of folks from the Cleveland Tri Club. I was ( and still feel like I am) totally new to the triathlon world and it seemed like a good fit and a good idea to have a coach. I have loved working with Lesley as I am one of those athletes who responds well to a plan and likes to be able to bounce ideas of a person rather than just follow a printed workout list. I really feel like I have made tremendous progress and working with a coach keeps me accountable.

I was recommend AJB coaching by multiple people, many of which stated that the group was one of the best in the state and will help you reach your goals.